About us

As one of the recognized leaders of the Russian higher education, currently Peoples' Friendship University of Russia has been actively developing a wide range of continuing education programs.

Since its foundation 50 years ago, PFUR has been world-renowned and gained the reputation of a large educational research center, which currently ranks 4rd place in the Russian Universities rating. Today PFUR is one of the leading institutions of higher education in the world.

Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia has 29 subdivisions and education centers of Lifelong learning: retraining centers, professional development departments, faculties and institutes.

The University’s department for Lifelong Learning has been offering a wide range of study programs for many years. Our students are diverse: many are returning to study after a break either working or bringing up family; some enjoy studying in their retirement and others are looking to change or progress in their career, or to meet new friends and to study for personal interest.

Whatever the reason, the Lifelong Learning department offers a wide range of certificates, and our team has years of experience providing help and support to ensure our students’ learning experience is as enjoyable as possible.